TEHRAN – Iran swept past Pakistan in straight sets (25-21, 25-23, 25-23) to win a gold medal at the 2025 Asian Youth Games (AYG) on Wednesday.

The Iranian girls have also qualifier for the final match.

The 3rd Asian Youth Games are taking place in Bahrain from Oct. 22 to 31.

The Games serve as qualifiers for the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar.

Iran has sent 236 athletes to the Games.